Effective Communication Skills

A seven-part mini-course on concise, clear, and confident communication is introduced to help viewers develop strong communication skills. The course consists of seven lessons, each with practice exercises to help viewers apply the ideas. The first lesson focuses on overcoming long-windedness.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Resolve why you sometimes talk too much
  • Excessive Talkativeness Is Rooted In our Unspoken Beliefs
  • Gauge Your Long-windedness
  • Commit to Conciseness
  • Everybody Appreciates a Concise Message, and many more!

About the Speaker: Dr. Alex Lyon, PhD

Dr. Alex Lyon is a Professor in the Communication Department at SUNY Brockport, specializing in organizational communication. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Colorado, Boulder, in 2003, focusing on the intersection of power, ethics, and communication in the workplace.

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best of the internet, clear communication, concise messaging, effective communication, Professional Speaking, workplace communicationworkplace communication

How to Eliminate Stress

Dr. Rao emphasizes that by altering our mental frameworks and releasing the need for control, we can eliminate stress and cultivate resilience. This transformation involves accepting life’s uncertainties and focusing on our actions rather than their outcomes.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Illusion of Control
  • Mental Models
  • Focus on Process, Not Outcome

About the Speaker: Dr. Srikumar Rao

Srikumar S. Rao is an elite coach who works with a select group of entrepreneurs, professionals, and senior executives. He is also a speaker, author, former business school professor and creator of Creativity and Personal Mastery, a course designed to effect personal transformation.

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anxiety, best of the internet, depression, Letting Go, Mental Resilience, mindset shift, stress

The Secret to Happiness

A Harvard study started in the 1930s tracked 724 teenagers for their entire lives to understand what leads to a happy life. The study is ongoing, with only 10 participants still living, all in their hundreds. Dr. Robert Waldinger is the current director of the study, a position he has held for 22 years.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • How Bob came to lead the happiness study
  • What young people get right about happiness
  • The definition of community
  • Who lived the longest and shortest lives
  • Finding passion and energy, and many more!

About the Speaker: Robert Waldinger

Robert Waldinger is an American psychiatrist, psychoanalyst, and Zen priest, known for being the Director of the Harvard Study on Adult Development. He is also an author and speaker, focusing on the importance of relationships and well-being in human life.

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best of the internet, human connection, personal development, professional development, Science of Happiness, Well-being

 

What No One Tells You About Grief Healing

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Each person’s grief is unique, like their fingerprint, and no one else will experience it the same way. Grief can be categorized into big and small griefs, or macro and micro griefs, but this doesn’t imply that one is less than another. Grief can be experienced for someone you’ve never met, such as a singer or a well-known figure.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • What is grief
  • Anticipatory grief
  • Mirroring neurons
  • Complicated Grief
  • The River of Grief, and many more!

About the Speaker: David Kessler

David Kessler is an American author, public speaker, and expert on death and grieving, born on February 16, 1959. He has authored several books, including “Finding Meaning” and co-authored works with Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, such as “Life Lessons” and “Grief & Grieving.” He has extensive experience helping individuals navigate the complexities of grief.

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Coping with Grief, Emotional Loss, Grief Healing, resilience, self care

Addressing Childhood Trauma through Trauma-Informed Care

This webinar is part of the “Overcoming Obstacles” series, focusing on sustaining behavioral health care in practice, specifically addressing childhood trauma through trauma-informed care. The webinar is for informational purposes only, and viewers should consult a professional advisor for specific advice. The series is a collective product of leading physician organizations, aiming to equip physicians with knowledge for a whole-person, integrated, and equitable approach to physical, mental, and behavioral health care.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • What is Trauma Informed Care (TIC)?
  • How do early experiences influence brain development?
  • Developmental Perspectives on Trauma
  • WITH – Wondering together, Investigating, Treating, and Hope
  • Write a prescription for wellness, and many more!

About the Speaker: Dr. Heather C. Forkey

Dr. Heather C. Forkey is a Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, where she also serves as Vice Chair of Pediatrics and Director of the Foster Children Evaluation Service (FaCES) and the Child Protection Program at UMass Memorial Children’s Medical Center.

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Behavioral Health, best of the internet, Brain Development, Childhood Trauma, developmental Disabilities, Mental Health, trauma informed care

The Delicate Art Of Mastering Work-Life Balance

Speaker Cal Newport

The current definition of productivity in knowledge work is flawed, as it emerged from the industrial sector where productivity was quantitative and measurable. In knowledge work, productivity is harder to measure, leading to the use of visible activity as a proxy for useful effort. This approach, called pseudo productivity, has been driving knowledge work activity for at least 70 years, but it’s unnamed and unrecognized, making it difficult to fix. Pseudo productivity worsened with the advent of computers, networks, emails, and laptops, allowing work to follow people anywhere and demonstrating activity at any time. People struggle to define productivity, often summarizing their job responsibilities instead of providing a clear definition.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • The Evolution of Productivity Advice
  • The Prevalence of Pseudo Productivity
  • The Consequences of Pseudo Productivity
  • The Art of Slow Productivity
  • The Origins of the Modern Workday, and many more!

About the Speaker: Dan O’Connor

Cal Newport is a Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University, specializing in the theory of distributed systems. He completed his undergraduate studies at Dartmouth College in 2004 and earned his Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in 2009 under the supervision of Nancy Lynch.

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best of the internet, Knowledge Work, productivity, Slow Productivity, time management, work-life balance

Tools for Managing Stress and Anxiety

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Dr. Huberman emphasizes that while stress and anxiety are natural responses, they can be effectively managed through deliberate practices. Implementing these tools consistently can enhance one’s ability to cope with stress, improving overall well-being.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Emotions: A Logical Framework of Brain-Body Loops
  • Understanding Stress and Emotions
  • Brain-Body Connection
  • Stress: The (Falsely Narrow) Animal Attack Narrative
  • Tools for Managing Stress & Anxiety, and many more!

About the Speaker: Andrew Huberman, Ph.D.

Andrew Huberman, Ph.D., is a neuroscientist and tenured professor in the Department of Neurobiology and by courtesy, Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford School of Medicine.

Dr. Huberman is also the host of the Huberman Lab podcast — the #1 Health & Fitness podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

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anxiety, best of the internet, Brain-Body Connection, coping strategies, depression, emotional health, stress

Healing the Long-term Effects of Childhood Adversity

Speaker nadine-burke-harris

Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) include physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, physical or emotional neglect, and other household adversities, and were found to be more common than expected in a landmark study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Kaiser Permanente. The study found that two-thirds of the population had at least one ACE, and one in eight individuals had four or more, which increased their risk for leading health problems in the US, including heart disease, cancer, and stroke.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • The Impact of ACEs on Health and Development
  • Understanding Toxic Stress
  • The Prevalence of ACEs and the Importance of Speaking the Truth
  • Community Adversities and Their Impact on ACEs
  • The Role of Pharmaceutical Companies and Advocacy, and many more!

About the Speaker: Dr. Nadine Burke Harris

Dr. Nadine Burke Harris is a Canadian-American pediatrician who served as the first Surgeon General of California from 2019 to 2022. She is known for her advocacy on adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and is the author of the book “The Deepest Well.” She is also the founder of the Center for Youth Wellness in San Francisco.

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best of the internet, developmental Disabilities, Mental Health

Coping With Stress: Cognitive-Behavioral Stress Reduction

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Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is highlighted as a key approach in stress management. CBT focuses on identifying and modifying negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to stress. By restructuring these thoughts, individuals can develop healthier coping mechanisms, leading to reduced stress levels and improved mental health. The video also underscores the importance of practical strategies such as relaxation techniques, time management, and problem-solving skills. Implementing these methods can enhance one’s ability to handle stress effectively.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Minding the Body: Cognitive-Behavioral Stress Reduction
  • Stress and Ways of Coping
  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
  • ABCD Coping Exercise Activating event → Beliefs → Consequences
  • Cognitive Mood Shifting, and many more!

About the Speaker: Jason Satterfield, PhD, MA

Jason Satterfield, PhD, MA is Associate Professor and Director of Behavioral Medicine in the Division of General Internal Medicine at the University of California San Francisco. He received his Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania in 1995 where he worked with Drs. Martin Seligman and Aaron T. Beck. Dr. Satterfield’s interests include cognitive and explanatory models of illness, mind-body factors in health and disease, and the somatic expression of emotion. His current projects include integrated behavioral health models for primary care, cognitive-behavioral therapy for palliative care, emotional intelligence in medical providers, and the integration of culture and behavioral sciences in medical school curricula.

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anxiety, best of the internet, cognitive behavioral therapy, Coping Skills, depression, mental wellness, stress

Alzheimer’s Disease – Managing Stages of Dementia

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The key difference between mild cognitive impairment and dementia is functional impairment, with mild cognitive impairment being functionally independent and dementia having a functional impairment. Basic activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, are affected later in the disease, while instrumental activities, such as managing finances and cooking, are more likely to change as the disease progresses. Early diagnosis is crucial, allowing individuals to make clear their wishes, such as whether they want to be at home or in a care facility, and to have advanced directives in place. In the moderate stage of dementia, there is a need for more support, and decisions may need to be made about activating power of attorney for healthcare and transitioning into assisted living.

In this webinar you will learn (Learning Objectives):

  • Moderate Stage and Care Considerations
  • Medication and Treatment Options
  • Caregiver Challenges and Support

About the Speaker: Dr. Nathaniel Chin, MD

Dr. Nathaniel Chin is the medical director and Clinical Core Co-Leader for the Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC). His clinical interests focus on geriatric medicine, Alzheimer’s disease, and dementia.

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Alzheimer’s Care, best of the internet, Caregiver Support, Dementia Stages, developmental Disabilities, Memory Care, Mental Health